Cleaning areas of Radiation treatment

Thanks for the two suggestions.  I think either would be real good to use.

My RO's office recommends rock crystal for deodorant during rads. They sell it at health-food grocery stores. It works.

No commercial deodorants as the aluminum will irritate your skin. The rock crystal is more effective than the products like Tom's that sell deodorants w/o aluminum.

Hope this helps. Good luck. If no one has suggested it yet, start applying 99-100% pure Aloe Vera Gel 3-4 times a day to the area that will be radiated. This will delay the start of any skin reaction. This isn't the Aloe Vera that they sell at the drugstore by the sunscreen. I found it at Whole Foods and Trader Joe's. Trader Joes costs about half of what they sell at Whole Foods (AKA Whole Paycheck).

I finished rads over a year ago. I have to second GabbyCal's suggestion. Crystal deodorant is great. I  think it used to be more widely available and found in most supermarkets, CVS, etc. but now you may only find it in the supermarket if they have an area for more natural toiletries. If you want to be able to recognize it amidst the vast array of anti-perspirants/deodorants, Google it or look for Crystal Stick Body Deodorant on Amazon.

I'm very fair skinned and expected to burn during rads but had no burning. I attribute this to frequent use of cornstarch (from supermarket) and aloe vera gel. I found it difficult to find unscented, uncolored aloe vera, but that was in January. At this time of year it should be easy to find. Apply liberally and allow to air dry a minute or two before putting your clothes back on. It's a good idea to carry the aloe vera and cornstarch in your purse so you can apply just after each rads session. For the cornstarch, just pick it up in the supermarket. You can find organic cornstarch at Trader Joes. The big box/ jar will look a bit crude so suggest you empty out an old powder shaker (or salt/spice shaker) and use that.